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Nikon COOLPIX S30 Reference Manual

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  • Page 1 DIGITAL CAMERA Reference Manual...
  • Page 2 • SDXC, SDHC and SD Logos are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC. • PictBridge is a trademark. • All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documentation provided with your Nikon product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
  • Page 3 Introduction Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations The Basics of Shooting and Playback Shooting Features Playback Features Recording and Playing Back Movies General Camera Setup Reference Section Technical Notes and Index...

  • Page 4: Read This First

    Introduction Read This First Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX S30 digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the information in “For Your Safety” (A viii) and “<Important> Shockproof, Waterproof, Dustproof, Condensation“ (A xv), and familiarize yourself with the information provided in this manual.

  • Page 5: About This Manual

    About This Manual If you want to start using the camera right away, see “The Basics of Shooting and Playback” (A 9). To learn about the parts of the camera and basic operations, see “Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations” (A 1).
  • Page 6 Other Information • Symbols and Conventions To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and conventions are used in this manual: Icon This icon indicates cautions and information that should be read before using the camera. This icon indicates notes and information that should be read before using the camera.

  • Page 7: Information And Precautions

    Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the camera on a trip), take a test shot to ensure that the camera is functioning normally. Nikon will not be held liable for damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.
  • Page 8 • Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product. • While every effort was made to ensure that the information in these manuals is accurate and complete, we would appreciate it were you to bring any errors or omissions to the attention of the Nikon representative in your area (address provided separately).
  • Page 9 • Comply with copyright notices The copying or reproduction of copyrighted creative works such as books, music, paintings, woodcut prints, maps, drawings, movies, and photographs is governed by national and international copyright laws. Do not use this product for the purpose of making illegal copies or to infringe copyright laws.

  • Page 10: For Your Safety

    For Your Safety To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the product will read them.
  • Page 11 Do not combine batteries from different pairs. • The EN-MH2 rechargeable batteries are for use with Nikon digital cameras only, and are compatible with COOLPIX S30. • Insert batteries in the correct orientation.
  • Page 12 Should the insulation be damaged and the wires become exposed, take it to a Nikon- authorized service representative for inspection. Failure to observe these precautions could result in fire or electric shock.
  • Page 13 Use appropriate cables When connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for the purpose, to maintain compliance with product regulations. Handle moving parts with care Be careful that your fingers or other objects are not pinched by the lens cover or other moving parts.

  • Page 14: Notices

    CAUTIONS Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Nikon Corporation may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 15 Interface Cables Use the interface cables sold or provided by Nikon for your equipment. Using other interface cables may exceed the limits of Class B Part 15 of the FCC rules. Notice for customers in the State of California WARNING...
  • Page 16 Symbol for Separate Collection in European Countries This symbol indicates that this product is to be collected separately. The following apply only to users in European countries: • This product is designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point. Do not dispose of as household waste.

  • Page 17: Important> Shockproof, Waterproof, Dustproof, Condensation

    Product” (F2). Notes About Shockproof Performance This camera has passed Nikon’s in-house test (drop test from a height of 80 cm (32 in.) on a 5 cm (2 in.) thick plywood panel) compliant with MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5-Shock*.

  • Page 18: Notes About Waterproof And Dustproof Performances

    If the camera is subjected to excessive shock, vibration or pressure by dropping or hitting it, the waterproof performance is not guaranteed. • If the camera is exposed to shocks, it is recommended to consult your retailer or Nikon- authorized service representative to confirm the waterproof performance (charged service).

  • Page 19: Before Using The Camera Underwater

    2. Make sure that the waterproof packing (A 3) at the entrance of the battery chamber is not cracked or deformed. • The waterproof performance of waterproof packing may start to deteriorate after one year. If the waterproof packing begins to deteriorate, consult your retailer or Nikon- authorized service representative. xvii...

  • Page 20: Notes About Using The Camera Underwater

    3. Make sure that the internal cover and battery-chamber/memory card slot cover are firmly closed. • Slide the cover until it clicks into place. Notes About Using the Camera Underwater Observe the following precautions to prevent water from seeping inside the camera.
  • Page 21 1. Keep the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover closed and wash off the camera with fresh water. Lightly rinse the camera with tap water, or immerse the camera in a shallow basin filled with freshwater for about 10 minutes. • If the buttons or switches do not operate properly, foreign substances may have adhered to the camera.
  • Page 22 3. After making sure that there are no water droplets on the camera, open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover and internal cover, and gently wipe off any water remaining inside the camera with a dry soft cloth and use the blower to remove any foreign substances.

  • Page 23: Notes About Operating Temperature And Humidity And Condensation

    To clear the fogging, remove the batteries and memory card, and leave the camera with the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover and internal cover open to allow the camera to adjust to the ambient temperature. • If the fogging does not clear, consult your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative.

  • Page 24: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction ... ii Read This First ... ii Confirming the Package Contents... ii About This Manual ... iii Information and Precautions... v For Your Safety ... viii WARNINGS ... viii Notices... xii <Important> Shockproof, Waterproof, Dustproof, Condensation ... xv Notes About Shockproof Performance...
  • Page 25 Changing the Size... 49 Image Types (Image Size and Quality)... 49 Movie Types... 50 Movie AF ... 52 Default Settings... 53 Features That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously ... 54 Focusing... 56 Using Face Detection ... 56 Focus Lock... 57 Using Skin Softening ... 58 Playback Features...
  • Page 26 The Playback Menu ... E22 F Favorites ... E22 D Photo Albums ... E26 m Slide Show ... E27 G Choose by Date ... E29 d Rotate Pictures... E30 a Print Order (Creating a DPOF Print Order)... E31 h Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card) ...

  • Page 27: Parts Of The Camera And Basic Operations

    Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations This chapter describes the parts of the camera and also explains how to use basic camera features. The Camera Body...2 Attaching the Camera Strap...4 The Monitor...5 Shooting Mode ...5 Playback Mode ...6 Using the Flexible Buttons...7 If you want to start using the camera right away, see “The Basics of Shooting and Playback”...

  • Page 28: The Camera Body

    Parts of the Camera and Basic Operations The Camera Body Shutter-release button... 22 Flash... 44 Power switch/power-on lamp ... 18 Self-timer lamp... 45 b (e movie-record) button... 74 Microphone...74 Eyelets for camera strap...4 Speaker...77 Lens (with protective glass)
  • Page 29 Flexible buttons... 7, 31, 62, 80 Monitor ... 5 Flash lamp... 44 Multi selector X: tele ... 21 Y: wide... 21 c (shooting/playback mode) button... 25 Battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover ... 10, 12 Internal cover...10, 12 Battery chamber ...10 Waterproof packing ...

  • Page 30: Attaching The Camera Strap

    Attaching the Camera Strap Pass the strap through either the left or right strap eyelet and attach the strap.

  • Page 31: The Monitor

    The Monitor • The information that is displayed in the monitor during shooting and playback changes depending on the camera’s settings and state of use. Shooting Mode Flexible icons... 7 “Date not set” indicator...17, 80, E54 Shutter speed ... 23 Aperture value...

  • Page 32: Playback Mode

    Playback Mode Flexible icons... 7 Date of recording ... 15 Time of recording... 15 Message (reply)... 63 Message ... 63 Favorite pictures indicator... 63 Battery level indicator... 18 If Information Is Not Displayed During Shooting Mode and Playback Mode Apart from certain information such as the battery level, focus indicator, or focus area, information is not displayed if no operations are performed for several seconds.

  • Page 33: Using The Flexible Buttons

    Using the Flexible Buttons If you press a flexible button while the shooting screen or playback screen is displayed, the menu for the current mode is displayed. Once the menu is displayed, you can change various settings. In this document, the flexible buttons are referred to as “flexible button 1” through “flexible button 4”, in order from top to bottom.
  • Page 34 Selecting Items • To select an item, press the flexible button next to it. • When Q is displayed, press flexible button 1 to return to the previous screen. When Q is not displayed, you can return to the previous screen by pressing the multi selector J.

  • Page 35: The Basics Of Shooting And Playback

    The Basics of Shooting and Playback Preparation Preparation 1 Insert the Batteries ...10 Preparation 2 Insert a Memory Card...12 Preparation 3 Set the Display Language, Date, and Time...15 Shooting Step 1 Turn the Camera On...18 Step 2 Frame a Picture ...20 Step 3 Focus and Shoot...22 Playback Step 4 Play Back Images ...25...

  • Page 36: Preparation 1 Insert The Batteries

    The Basics of Shooting and Playback Preparation 1 Insert the Batteries The camera has a dual-cover system. Underneath the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover is an internal cover. Open the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover and then the internal cover. • Before opening the covers, hold the camera upside down to prevent the batteries from falling out.

  • Page 37: Applicable Batteries

    Applicable Batteries • Two LR6/L40 (AA-size) alkaline batteries (batteries included) • Two FR6/L91 (AA-size) lithium batteries • Two EN-MH2 rechargeable Ni-MH (nickel metal hydride) batteries Removing the Batteries • Turn the camera off and be sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have turned off before opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover and internal cover.

  • Page 38: Preparation 2 Insert A Memory Card

    Preparation 2 Insert a Memory Card Turn off the camera and then open the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover and internal cover. • When the camera turns off, the power-on lamp and the display turn off. • Before opening the covers, hold the camera upside down to prevent the batteries from falling out.

  • Page 39: Removing The Memory Card

    Formatting a Memory Card • The first time you insert a memory card that has been used in another device into this camera, be sure to format it with this camera. • All data stored on a memory card is permanently deleted when the card is formatted. Be sure to save important images by transferring them to a computer before formatting.

  • Page 40: Internal Memory And Memory Cards

    Internal Memory and Memory Cards Camera data, including images and movies, can be saved in either the camera’s internal memory (approximately 47 MB) or on a memory card. To use the camera’s internal memory for shooting or playback, first remove the memory card. Approved Memory Cards The following Secure Digital (SD) memory cards have been tested and approved for use in this camera.

  • Page 41: Preparation 3 Set The Display Language, Date, And Time

    Preparation 3 Set the Display Language, Date, and Time When the camera is turned on for the first time, the language-selection screen and the date and time setting screen for the camera clock are displayed. Press the power switch to turn on the camera. •...
  • Page 42 Use flexible buttons 2 to 4 to select the date format. Press the multi selector H, I, J, or K to set the date and time, and then press flexible button 4 (O). • Select an item: Press K or J (changes between D, M, Y, hour, and minute).
  • Page 43 Changing the Language Setting and the Date and Time Setting • You can change the Language (E46) and Date and time (E42) settings in the l setup menu (A 80). • You can enable and disable daylight saving time by selecting Date and time (E42) in the l setup menu.

  • Page 44: Step 1 Turn The Camera On

    Step 1 Turn the Camera On Press the power switch to turn on the camera. • The monitor turns on. Check the battery level indicator and the number of exposures remaining. Battery Level Indicator Display Battery level high. Battery level low. Prepare to replace the batteries.

  • Page 45: Turning The Camera On And Off

    Turning the Camera On and Off • When the camera is turned on, the power-on lamp (green) will light and then the monitor will turn on (the power-on lamp turns off when the monitor turns on). • To turn off the camera, press the power switch. When the camera turns off, the power-on lamp and the display turn off.

  • Page 46: Step 2 Frame A Picture

    Step 2 Frame a Picture Hold the camera steady. • Keep fingers, hair, the camera strap, and other objects away from the lens, flash, and microphone. Frame the picture. • When the camera detects a human face, that face is framed by a yellow double border (focus area).

  • Page 47: Using The Zoom

    Using the Zoom Use the multi selector to activate optical zoom. • To zoom in closer to the subject, press H. • To zoom out and view a larger area, press I. When you turn the camera on, the zoom moves to the maximum wide-angle position.

  • Page 48: Step 3 Focus And Shoot

    Step 3 Focus and Shoot Press the shutter-release button halfway (A 23). • When a face is detected: The camera focuses on the face framed by the double border. When the subject is in focus, the double border glows green. •...

  • Page 49: The Shutter-Release Button

    The Shutter-release Button To set focus and exposure (shutter speed and aperture value), press the shutter-release button halfway, stopping when you feel Press halfway resistance. Focus and exposure remain locked while the shutter- release button is pressed halfway. While pressing the shutter-release button halfway, press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to release the shutter and take a picture.
  • Page 50 Autofocus The camera may not focus as expected in the following situations. In some rare cases, the subject may not be in focus despite the fact that the focus area or the focus indicator glows green: • Subject is very dark •...

  • Page 51: Step 4 Play Back Images

    Step 4 Play Back Images Press the c (shooting/playback mode) button. • The camera switches to playback mode and the last image saved will be displayed full-frame. Use the multi selector to select an image to display. • Display the previous image: J •...

  • Page 52: Step 5 Delete Images

    Step 5 Delete Images Display the image you want to delete in the monitor and then press flexible button 4 (n). Press flexible button 2 or 3 to select the deletion method. • n Erase this picture only: Only the current image is deleted.
  • Page 53 Selecting which images you want to delete Press the multi selector J or K to select an image to be deleted, and then press flexible button 2 (S). • To undo the selection, press flexible button 2 again to remove the S mark. •...

  • Page 55: Shooting Features

    Shooting Features This chapter describes A (auto) mode and the features that are available when shooting. You can adjust settings according to the shooting conditions and the kind of images you want to capture. A (Auto) Mode ... 30 Change Colors... 32 Decorate...

  • Page 56: A (Auto) Mode

    Shooting Features A (Auto) Mode The camera automatically selects the optimum scene mode when you frame a picture. • The area of the frame that the camera focuses on varies depending on the composition of the picture. • When the camera detects a human face, it focuses on that face (A 56). The skin softening feature makes the skin tones in human faces appear smoother (A 58).

  • Page 57: Changing A (Auto) Mode Settings

    Changing A (Auto) Mode Settings When using A (auto) mode, the following settings can be changed. x Flash mode, i Self- timer, and C Choose a size can be used together with other features. ➝ “Default Settings” (A 53) Option You can adjust brightness (exposure compensation), vividness, and d Change colors hue when taking pictures.

  • Page 58: Change Colors

    Change Colors You can adjust brightness (exposure compensation), vividness, and hue when taking pictures. Enter shooting mode M any flexible button M flexible button 1 (d Change colors) Press the multi selector J or K to select b, c, or e. •...
  • Page 59 When you have finished making adjustments, press flexible button 4 (O). • R is displayed if you have adjusted any of the settings. Press the shutter-release button to take a picture. Notes About Change Colors • The brightness, vividness, and hue setting is saved in the camera’s memory even after the camera is turned off.
  • Page 60 b Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation) You can adjust the overall brightness of the image. • Move the slider up to make the subject brighter. Move the slider down to make the subject darker. c Adjusting Vividness (Saturation) You can adjust the overall vividness of the image. •...

  • Page 61: Decorate

    Decorate You can add a frame around your images when taking pictures. Five different frames are available. Enter shooting mode M any flexible button M flexible button 2 (A Decorate) • The Choose a size > Photos setting is fixed at FSmall (2 megapixels). Press the multi selector J or K to select a frame, and then press flexible button 4 (O).

  • Page 62: Choose A Style (Shooting Suited To Scenes)

    Choose a Style (Shooting Suited to Scenes) When one of the following scenes is selected, camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected scene. Enter shooting mode M any flexible button M flexible button 3 (g Choose a style) M Select a scene A Point and shoot (A 37) (default setting) J Shoot under water (A 38)

  • Page 63: Characteristics Of Each Scene

    Characteristics of Each Scene A Point and shoot Images are captured using A (auto) mode (A 30). H Shoot close-ups Use this mode to photograph flowers, insects, and other small objects at close range. • The camera automatically zooms to the closest position at which it can focus.
  • Page 64 J Shoot under water Use when taking pictures underwater. • The closest distance at which the camera can focus varies depending on the zoom position. When the zoom is set to a position where the zoom indicator glows green, the camera can focus on subjects as close as about 20 cm (7.9 in.) from the front of the protective glass.
  • Page 65 O Shoot at intervals The camera can automatically capture still images at pre-determined intervals. • Press flexible buttons 2 to 4 to set the shooting interval to d Shoot every 30 seconds, e Shoot once a minute, or f Shoot every 5 minutes. •...
  • Page 66 P Highlight colors Keep one specified color in the image, and change the other colors to black and white. • The closest distance at which the camera can focus varies depending on the zoom position. When the zoom is set to a position where the zoom indicator glows green, the camera can focus on subjects as close as about 20 cm (7.9 in.) from the front of the protective glass.
  • Page 67 M Create a diorama effect Use this feature to make your images look like a miniature model. This effect is well-suited for images captured from a high vantage point with the main subject at the center of the image. • The closest distance at which the camera can focus varies depending on the zoom position.

  • Page 68: Change Sounds

    Change Sounds Allows you to configure button sounds and the shutter sound. You can select one of eight different sounds, or turn sounds off. Enter shooting mode M any flexible button M flexible button 4 (u Change sounds) x Button sound A beep will sound once when the camera switches between shooting and playback modes or saves a setting, two times when the focus has been locked, and three times when an error is detected, and a welcome sound is played when the camera is turned on.
  • Page 69 Press H, I, J, or K to select a sound type and then press flexible button 4 (O). • a: Standard sounds • z: Sounds will not be heard. • You can press flexible button 2 (v) to mute sounds temporarily and return to shooting. To turn sounds on, press flexible button 2 (w) when the Change sounds screen is displayed.

  • Page 70: Using The Flash

    Using the Flash You can set the flash mode to match the shooting conditions. Enter shooting mode M any flexible button M press I M flexible button 1 (x Flash mode) M flexible buttons 2-3 Available Flash Modes w Auto flash The flash fires automatically when lighting is dim.

  • Page 71: Using The Self-Timer

    Using the Self-timer The camera’s self-timer can release the shutter about ten seconds after you press the shutter- release button. The self-timer is useful when you want to be in the picture you are taking, or when you want to avoid the effects of camera shake that occur when you press the shutter- release button.
  • Page 72 Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down. • The self-timer starts, and the number of seconds remaining before the shutter is released is displayed in the monitor. The self-timer lamp flashes while the timer is counting down. About one second before the shutter is released, the lamp stops flashing and glows steadily.

  • Page 73: Using The Smile Timer

    Using the Smile Timer The camera can detect human faces and automatically release the shutter when a smile is detected. Enter shooting mode M any flexible button M press I M flexible button 2 (i Self-timer) Press flexible button 3 (Y Smile timer).

  • Page 74: More Information

    Notes About the Smile Timer • Digital zoom cannot be used. • Under some shooting conditions, the camera may be unable to detect faces or detect smiles. • “Notes About Face Detection” ➝ (A 56) • This feature cannot be used simultaneously with certain features. See “Features That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously”...

  • Page 75: Changing The Size

    Changing the Size You can select the size of A Photos (still images) and N Movies (A 50) using C Choose a size in the shooting menu. Enter shooting mode M any flexible button M press I M flexible button 3 (C Choose a size) Image Types (Image Size and Quality) You can select the image size used when saving images.

  • Page 76: Movie Types

    Movie Types Select the desired movie type to record. Larger image sizes and faster movie bitrates mean greater image quality and larger movie file sizes. Movie type G Large (720p) 1280×720 (default setting)* H Small (640) 640×480 * When no memory card is inserted (i.e., when using the camera's internal memory), the setting is fixed at H Small (640).
  • Page 77 Number of Images That Can Be Saved The following table lists the approximate number of images that can be saved in the internal memory and on a 4 GB memory card. Note that due to JPEG compression, the number of images that can be saved varies greatly depending on the composition of the image.

  • Page 78: Movie Af

    Movie AF Select how the camera focuses in movie mode. Enter shooting mode M any flexible button M press I M flexible button 4 (N Movie AF) Option W Single AF (default setting) X Full-time AF Description Focus is locked when the b (e movie-record) button is pressed to start recording.

  • Page 79: Default Settings

    Default Settings Default settings for features that can be used with Choose a style are described below. Shoot close-ups (A 37) Shoot under water (A 38) Take a series of pictures (A 38) y Shoot at intervals (A 39) Photograph food (A 39) Highlight colors (A 40) Take soft pictures (A 40) Create a diorama effect (A 41)

  • Page 80: Features That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously

    Features That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously Some shooting settings cannot be used with other functions. Restricted function Change colors Choose a style (A 36) Decorate Choose a style (A 36) Take a series of pictures Shutter sound (A 38) Take a series of pictures (A 38), Photograph food Flash mode (A 39), Photograph...
  • Page 81 Restricted function Take a series of pictures (A 38), Shoot at intervals Electronic VR (A 39), Photograph fireworks (A 41) Option When Take a series of pictures, Shoot at intervals, or Photograph fireworks is used for shooting, electronic VR is disabled. Descriptions...

  • Page 82: Focusing

    Focusing Using Face Detection When using the following shooting modes and settings, the camera uses face detection to automatically focus on human faces. If the camera detects more than one face, a double border is displayed around the face that the camera will focus on, and single borders are displayed around the other faces.

  • Page 83: Focus Lock

    Focus Lock When the camera focuses on an object in the center of the frame, you can use focus lock to focus on an off-center subject. The following describes the procedure when Shoot close-ups is selected. Aim the camera so that the subject is in the center of the frame. Press the shutter-release button halfway.

  • Page 84: Using Skin Softening

    Using Skin Softening When the shutter is released when using A (auto), the camera detects one or more human faces (up to three), and processes the image to soften facial skin tones. Notes About Skin Softening • It may take more time than usual to save images after shooting. •...

  • Page 85: Playback Features

    Playback Features This chapter describes the features that are available when playing back images. 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0 1 5 : 3 0 Playback Zoom ...

  • Page 86: Playback Zoom

    Playback Features Playback Zoom Press the multi selector H during full-frame playback mode (A 25) to zoom in on the center of the image displayed in the monitor. 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0 1 5 : 3 0 2 0 2 0...

  • Page 87: Thumbnail Display

    Thumbnail Display Press the multi selector I in full-frame playback mode (A 25) to display images in contact sheets of thumbnail images. 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0 1 5 : 3 0 2 0 2 0...

  • Page 88: Features Available In Playback Mode (Playback Menu)

    Features Available in Playback Mode (Playback Menu) When viewing images in full-frame playback mode or thumbnail playback mode, you can configure the following functions by pressing a flexible button (A 7) to display the menu. Option V Have d Change colors fun with P Highlight colors pictures...
  • Page 89 Option Z View A View F Favorites D Photo albums m Slide show G Choose by date d Rotate pictures 1, 2 s Small picture a Print order h Copy E Exchange messages n Erase Available when a still image is displayed. Images are edited and saved as separate files.

  • Page 90: Usb/Audio/Video Output Connector

    Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer You can enhance your enjoyment of images and movies by connecting the camera to a TV, computer, or printer. • Before connecting the camera to an external device, make sure the remaining battery level is sufficient and turn the camera off.
  • Page 91 Viewing images on a TV You can view the camera’s images and movies on a TV. Connection method: Connect the video and audio plugs of the optional Audio Video Cable EG-CP14 to the TV’s input jacks. Viewing and organizing images on a computer If you transfer images to a computer, you can perform simple retouching and manage image data in addition to playing back images and movies.

  • Page 92: Using Viewnx 2

    Using ViewNX 2 ViewNX 2 is an all-in-one software package which enables you to transfer, view, edit and share images. Install ViewNX 2 using the ViewNX 2 Installer CD-ROM. ViewNX 2™ Your Imaging Toolbox Installing ViewNX 2 • An Internet connection is required. Compatible Operating Systems Windows •...
  • Page 93 Mac OS • Mac OS X (version 10.5.8, 10.6.8, 10.7.2) Refer to the Nikon website for the latest information on operating system compatibility. Start the computer and insert the ViewNX 2 Installer CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. • Mac OS: When the ViewNX 2 window is displayed, double-click the Welcome icon.
  • Page 94 The following software is installed: • ViewNX 2 (consisting of the three modules below) - Nikon Transfer 2: For transferring images to the computer - ViewNX 2: For viewing, editing, and printing transferred images - Nikon Movie Editor: For basic editing of transferred movies •...

  • Page 95: Transferring Images To The Computer

    Transferring Images to the Computer Choose how images will be copied to the computer. Choose one of the following methods: • Direct USB connection: Turn the camera off and ensure that the memory card is inserted in the camera. Connect the camera to the computer using the supplied USB Cable. Turn the camera on.

  • Page 96: Transfer Images To The Computer

    Nikon Transfer 2 and click OK. 2 Double-click Import File. If the memory card contains a large number of images, it may take a while for Nikon Transfer 2 to start. Wait until Nikon Transfer 2 starts. Transfer images to the computer.

  • Page 97: Viewing Images

    Terminate the connection. • If the camera is connected to the computer, turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable. If you are using a card reader or card slot, choose the appropriate option in the computer operating system to eject the removable disk corresponding to the memory card and then remove the card from the card reader or card slot.

  • Page 99: Recording And Playing Back Movies

    Recording and Playing Back Movies You can record movies by simply pressing the b (e movie-record) button. 7 8 0 7 8 0 1 5 m 0 s 1 5 m 0 s Recording Movies ... 74 Playing Back Movies... 77 7 m 3 0 s 7 m 3 0 s...

  • Page 100: Recording Movies

    Recording and Playing Back Movies Recording Movies You can record movies by simply pressing the b (e movie-record) button. When no memory card is inserted (i.e., when using the camera’s internal memory), the movie type (A 50) setting is fixed at H Small (640). G Large (720p) is not available. Display the shooting screen.
  • Page 101 Notes About Saving Movies After a movie has been recorded, it is not fully saved to the internal memory or memory card until monitor display returns to the shooting display. Do not open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover or internal cover before movies have been fully saved. Removing the memory card or the battery while a movie is being saved may result in loss of the movie data or damage to the camera or to the memory card.
  • Page 102 Maximum Movie Length Movie type (A 50) G Large (720p) (1280×720) (default setting) H Small (640) (640×480) All figures are approximate. The maximum movie length may vary depending on the make of the memory card, even among memory cards of the same capacity. When no memory card is inserted (i.e., when using the camera's internal memory), the setting is fixed at H Small (640).

  • Page 103: Playing Back Movies

    Playing Back Movies Press the c (shooting/playback mode) button to switch to playback mode. Select a movie and then press flexible button 2 (Z). • Movies can be identified by the movie length indicator (A 6). Press flexible button 2 (A View). •...
  • Page 104 Adjusting volume Press the multi selector H or I during playback. Notes About Playing Back Movies The COOLPIX S30 is not able to play back movies recorded with another make or model of digital camera. Description Press the button to rewind the movie. Hold down the button for continuous rewinding.

  • Page 105: General Camera Setup

    General Camera Setup This chapter describes the various settings that can be adjusted in the l setup menu. Set up Set up Welcome screen Date and time Brightness • See “Using the Flexible Buttons” (A 7) for information about using the camera’s menus. •...

  • Page 106: The Setup Menu

    General Camera Setup The Setup Menu Enter shooting mode M any flexible button M press I two times M flexible button 1 (l Set up) The following settings can be changed in the setup menu by pressing flexible button 1 (l Set up) in the shooting menu.

  • Page 107: Reference Section

    Reference Section The Reference Section provides detailed information and hints about using the camera. Shooting Editing Still Images ... E2 Connecting the Camera to a TV (Viewing Images on a TV)... E11 Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) ... E13 Menu The Playback Menu...E22 The Setup Menu...

  • Page 108: Editing Still Images

    Reference Section Editing Still Images Editing Features Use the COOLPIX S30 to edit images in-camera and save them as separate files (E51). The editing functions described below are available. Editing function d Change colors (E4) P Highlight colors (E4) A Decorate (E5)
  • Page 109 Notes About Image Editing • This camera cannot edit images captured with another make or model of digital camera. • Images created using Photo albums (E26) cannot be edited. • Editing functions other than Small picture cannot be added to images captured using Decorate (A 35). •...

  • Page 110: Change Colors

    d Change Colors Enter playback mode M flexible button 1 (V) M flexible button 2 (d Change colors) Allows you to adjust image colors. Press the multi selector J or K to select the desired setting, and then press flexible button 4 (O).

  • Page 111: A Decorate

    A Decorate Enter playback mode M flexible button 1 (V) M flexible button 4 (A Decorate) You can add a frame around your images. Five different frames are available. The image size of the edited copy varies depending on the size of the original image, as described below. •...

  • Page 112: Q Soften Pictures

    Q Soften Pictures Enter playback mode M flexible button 1 (V) M press I M flexible button 2 (Q Soften pictures) Soften the image by adding a slight blur around the center of the image. You can choose one of three area guides displayed in the center. Press the multi selector J or K to select a guide size, and then press flexible button 4 (O).

  • Page 113: W Add A Fisheye Effect

    W Add a Fisheye Effect Enter playback mode M flexible button 1 (V) M press I M flexible button 4 (W Add a fisheye effect) Make an image look as if it were captured with a fisheye lens. This effect is well-suited for images captured using Shoot close-ups (A 37) in the shooting menu.

  • Page 114: Small Picture: Reducing The Size Of An Image

    s Small Picture: Reducing the Size of an Image Enter playback mode M flexible button 2 (Z) M press I M flexible button 4 (s Small picture) Create a small copy of the current image. Press the multi selector J or K to select the size of the image and press flexible button 4 (O).

  • Page 115: Crop: Creating A Cropped Copy

    h Crop: Creating a Cropped Copy By pressing flexible button 4 (h) when using playback zoom (A 60), you can create a copy of the image that contains only the portion visible in the monitor. Press the multi selector H in full-frame playback mode (A 25) to zoom in on the image.
  • Page 116 Press flexible button 3 (R Yes). • A new, cropped copy is saved as a separate image. Image Size As the area to be saved is reduced, the image size (pixels) of the cropped copy is also reduced. More Information File and Folder Names ➝...

  • Page 117: Connecting The Camera To A Tv (Viewing Images On A Tv)

    Connecting the Camera to a TV (Viewing Images on a TV) Connect the camera to a TV using an optional audio/video cable (E53) to play back images or movies on the TV. Turn off the camera. Connect the camera to the TV. •...
  • Page 118 Hold down the c (shooting/playback mode) button to turn on the camera. • The camera enters playback mode and images are displayed on the TV. • While connected to the TV, the camera monitor will remain off. Notes About Connecting the Cable When connecting the cable, be sure that the camera connector is properly oriented.

  • Page 119: Connecting The Camera To A Printer (Direct Print)

    Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print) Users of PictBridge-compatible (F21) printers can connect the camera directly to the printer and print images without using a computer. Follow the procedures below to print images. Take pictures Select images for printing and number of copies using Print order option (E31) Connect to the printer (E14)

  • Page 120: Connecting The Camera To A Printer

    Notes About Power Source When connecting the camera to a printer, use a fully charged battery to prevent the camera from turning off unexpectedly. Printing Images In addition to printing images transferred to a computer from your personal printer and printing over a direct camera-to-printer connection, the following options are also available for printing images saved on the memory card: •...

  • Page 121: Turn On The Camera

    Connect the camera to the printer using the included USB cable. • Be sure that connectors are properly oriented. Do not attempt to insert connectors at an angle, and do not use force when connecting or disconnecting the USB cable. Turn on the camera.

  • Page 122: Printing Individual Images

    Printing Individual Images After properly connecting the camera to the printer (E14), follow the procedures described below to print an image. Press the multi selector J or K to select an image to be printed, and then press flexible button 4 (O). •...
  • Page 123 Press flexible button 4 (c Paper size). Select a paper size. • To specify paper size using settings on the printer, press flexible button 2 (Default) in the paper size option. Press flexible button 2 (a Start print). Printing begins. •...

  • Page 124: Printing Multiple Images

    Printing Multiple Images After properly connecting the camera to the printer (E14), follow the procedures described below to print multiple images. When the Print selection screen is displayed, press flexible button 1 (d). Press the multi selector I and then press flexible button 2 (c Paper size).

  • Page 125: Menu

    Press flexible button 2 (o Print selection), flexible button 3 (U Print all images), or flexible button 4 (g DPOF printing). Print selection Select images (up to 99) and the number of copies (up to nine) of each. • Press the multi selector J or K to select images.
  • Page 126 Print all images One copy each of all images saved in the internal memory or on the memory card, is printed. • When the screen shown on the right is displayed, press flexible button 2 (a Start print) to start printing. Press flexible button 1 (Q) to return to the print menu.
  • Page 127 Printing begins. • The screen returns to step 2 when printing is complete. Paper Size The camera supports the following paper sizes: Default (the default paper size for the printer connected to the camera), 3.5×5 in., 5×7 in., 100×150 mm, 4×6 in., 8×10 in., Letter, A3, and A4. Only sizes supported by the printer will be displayed.

  • Page 128: The Playback Menu

    The Playback Menu • See “Editing Still Images” (E2) for information about image editing features. F Favorites Enter playback mode M flexible button 2 (Z) M flexible button 2 (F Favorites) You can sort your favorite images by adding them to albums. There are three albums available.

  • Page 129: Adding Images To Albums

    Adding Images to Albums Press flexible button 2 (u Add to favorites). Press the multi selector J or K to select an image, and then press flexible button 2 (p), flexible button 3 (q), or flexible button 4 (r). • When an image that has already been added to an album is displayed, the same album cannot be selected.

  • Page 130: Playing Back Images In Albums

    Playing Back Images in Albums Press flexible button 3 (r View favorites). Press flexible button 2 (p), flexible button 3 (q), or flexible button 4 (r). Play back the images in the selected album. • Press the multi selector J or K to browse through the images.

  • Page 131: Removing Images From Albums

    Removing Images from Albums Press flexible button 3 (s) in the screen shown in step 3 of “Playing Back Images in Albums” (E24). • Press I to switch to 9-thumbnail display mode. - Press the multi selector J or K to select an image. - If you press flexible button 2 (S), S is added to the selected image.

  • Page 132: D Photo Albums

    D Photo Albums Enter playback mode M flexible button 2 (Z) M flexible button 3 (D Photo albums) You can display images similarly to a photo album. Three different photo album designs are available. Select an image and then press flexible button 4 (O).

  • Page 133: Slide Show

    m Slide Show Enter playback mode M flexible button 2 (Z) M flexible button 4 (m Slide show) Play back images, saved in the internal memory or on a memory card, one by one in an automated “slide show.” Press flexible button 3 (o Choose pictures).
  • Page 134 Press flexible button 2 (A Start). The slide show begins. • To pause playback, press flexible button 4 (D). To exit, press flexible button 1 (Q). • While the slide show is in progress, press the multi selector K to display the next image or J to display the previous image.

  • Page 135: G Choose By Date

    G Choose by Date Enter playback mode M flexible button 2 (Z) M press I M flexible button 2 (G Choose by date) Use the multi selector H, I, J, or K to select a date from the calendar and then press flexible button 4 (O) to play back the images captured on the selected date.

  • Page 136: Rotate Pictures

    d Rotate Pictures Enter playback mode M select an image M flexible button 2 (Z) M press I M flexible button 3 (d Rotate pictures) Specify the orientation in which saved images are displayed during playback. Still images can be rotated 90 degrees clockwise or 90 degrees counterclockwise. Images that were saved in portrait (“tall”) orientation can be rotated up to 180 degrees in either direction.

  • Page 137: Print Order (Creating A Dpof Print Order)

    a Print Order (Creating a DPOF Print Order) Enter playback mode M flexible button 2 (Z) M press I two times M flexible button 2 (a Print order) When printing images saved on the memory card using any of the following methods, the Print order option in the playback menu is used to create digital “print orders”.
  • Page 138 Select whether or not to print shooting date and shooting information. • Date: print the shooting date on all images in the print order. • Info: print shooting information (shutter speed and aperture value) on all images in the print order. •...

  • Page 139: Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory And Memory Card)

    h Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card) Enter playback mode M flexible button 2 (Z) M press I two times M flexible button 3 (h Copy) Copy images between the internal memory and a memory card. Select the copy source and destination.
  • Page 140 Notes About Copying Images • JPEG-, AVI-, and WAV-format files can be copied. • Operation is not guaranteed with images captured with another make of camera or that have been modified on a computer. • When copying images for which Print order (E31) options are enabled, the print order settings are not copied.

  • Page 141: The Image Selection Screen

    The Image Selection Screen When using one of the following features, a screen like that shown on the right is displayed when selecting images. • Photo albums > Select photos for album (E26) • Copy > Selected images (E33) • Erase > Erase selected pictures (A 26) Follow the procedures described below to select the images.

  • Page 142: E Exchange Messages

    E Exchange Messages Enter playback mode M select an image M flexible button 3 (E) You can record voice messages using the camera’s microphone and attach the messages to your pictures. • Up to two messages can be attached to each image. Leave a Message Press flexible button 2 (I Leave a message).
  • Page 143 Press flexible button 4 (O). • “Message recorded” is displayed and the message is attached to the image. • Images that have a recorded message are indicated by the H icon displayed during playback. 2 0 s 2 0 s 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 / 0 5 / 2 0 1 2 1 5 : 3 0...

  • Page 144: Leave A Reply

    Leave a Reply Press flexible button 3 (J Leave a reply). • You cannot select this option if the image does not have a message attached to it. ➝ “Leave a Message” (E36) Press flexible button 2 (b). • Once you start recording, the operations are the same as “Leave a Message”...
  • Page 145 Play Recordings Press flexible button 4 (K Play recordings). • The camera plays the message. If a message and reply have been recorded, they are played back to back. • Press flexible button 1 (Q) to stop playback. • Press the multi selector H or I during playback to adjust playback volume.

  • Page 146: Erase

    Press flexible button 3 (R Yes) when the confirmation message is displayed. • Only recordings are deleted. If both a message and a reply have been recorded, they will both be deleted. Notes About Exchange Messages • When an image with messages attached is deleted, both the image and its messages are deleted. •...

  • Page 147: The Setup Menu

    The Setup Menu Welcome Screen Enter shooting mode M any flexible button M press I two times M flexible button 1 (l Set up) M flexible button 2 (I Welcome screen) Select whether or not the welcome screen is displayed when the camera is turned on. Option The camera enters shooting or playback mode without displaying h Off...

  • Page 148: Date And Time

    Date and Time Enter shooting mode M any flexible button M press I two times M flexible button 1 (l Set up) M flexible button 3 (J Date and time) Set the camera clock. Option The available date formats are Year/Month/Day, Month/Day/Year, and j Date format Day/Month/Year.

  • Page 149: Print Date

    Print Date (Imprinting Date and Time) Enter shooting mode M any flexible button M press I two times M flexible button 1 (l Set up) M press I M flexible button 2 (L Print date) The shooting date can be imprinted on the images when shooting, allowing the information to be printed even from printers that do not support date printing (E32).

  • Page 150: Electronic Vr

    Electronic VR Enter shooting mode M any flexible button M press I two times M flexible button 1 (l Set up) M press I M flexible button 3 (M Electronic VR) Choose whether to use electronic VR (vibration reduction) when taking still pictures. Option Auto b Off (default setting)

  • Page 151: Format Memory/Format Card

    Format Memory/Format Card Enter shooting mode M any flexible button M press I two times M flexible button 1 (l Set up) M press I M flexible button 4 (O Format memory/N Format card) Use this option to format the internal memory or a memory card. Formatting the internal memory or memory cards permanently deletes all data.

  • Page 152: Language

    Language Enter shooting mode M any flexible button M press I two times M flexible button 1 (l Set up) M press I two times M flexible button 2 (P Language) Select one of 29 languages for display of camera menus and messages. Czech Danish German...

  • Page 153: Menu Background

    Menu Background Five different menu designs are available. Enter shooting mode M any flexible button M press I two times M flexible button 1 (l Set up) M press I two times M flexible button 3 (Q Menu background) Press the multi selector J or K to select the desired design and then press flexible button 4 (O).

  • Page 154: Reset All

    Reset All Enter shooting mode M any flexible button M press I two times M flexible button 1 (l Set up) M press I three times M flexible button 2 (S Reset all) When flexible button 3 (R Reset) is selected, the camera’s settings will be restored to their default values.
  • Page 155 Others Option Paper size (E17, E18) • Selecting Reset all also clears the current file number (E51) from memory. Numbering will continue from the lowest number available for the internal memory or the memory card. To reset file numbering to “0001”, delete all images saved in the internal memory or on the memory card (A 26) before selecting Reset all.

  • Page 156: Battery Type

    (l Set up) M press I three times M flexible button 4 (V Firmware version) View the current camera firmware version. Description Nikon EN-MH2 rechargeable Ni-MH (nickel metal hydride) batteries FR6/L91 (AA-size) lithium batteries CO O L PI X S 3 0 Ve r. x. x...

  • Page 157: File And Folder Names

    • Files are saved in folders named with a folder number followed by “NIKON” (e.g. “100NIKON”). When the number of files within a folder reaches 999, a new folder will be created (e.g., “101NIKON” is created after “100NIKON”). When the file numbers within a folder reach 9999, a new folder will be created.
  • Page 158 • Files copied using Copy>Selected images are copied to the current folder, where they are assigned new file numbers in ascending order starting from the largest file number in memory. Copy>All images copies all folders from the source medium; file names do not change but new folder numbers are assigned in ascending order, starting from the largest folder number on the destination medium (E33).

  • Page 159: Optional Accessories

    Optional Accessories Rechargeable Rechargeable Ni-MH batteries EN-MH2-B2 (set of two EN-MH2 batteries) battery Rechargeable Ni-MH batteries EN-MH2-B4 (set of four EN-MH2 batteries) Battery Charger MH-72 (includes two rechargeable Ni-MH batteries EN-MH2) Battery charger Battery Charger MH-73 (includes four rechargeable Ni-MH batteries EN-MH2) USB cable USB Cable UC-E16 Audio/video...

  • Page 160: Error Messages

    Error Messages Display Clock not set. O (flashes) Set date and time. Battery exhausted. Replace the batteries. Please wait for the Wait until the image is saved and the message disappears camera to finish from the display. recording. Memory card is write Write-protect switch is in “lock”...
  • Page 161 Display Memory card is full. • Change the setting for Choose a size > Photos. Out of memory. • Delete images. • Insert new memory card. • Remove memory card and use internal memory. Error occurred while saving image. Format internal memory or memory card. Camera has run out of file numbers.
  • Page 162 Turn camera off and reconnect USB cable. Error has occurred in camera’s internal circuitry. Turn camera off, remove and reinsert battery, and turn System error camera on. If error persists, contact retailer or Nikon- authorized service representative. Cause/Solution images saved in the camera’s internal memory.
  • Page 163 Display Printer error. Printer error: check Check printer. After solving the problem, press flexible printer status. button 3 (R Resume) to resume printing.* Specified size of paper is not loaded in printer. Printer error: check Load the specified size of paper and then press flexible paper button 3 (R Resume) to resume printing.* Paper has jammed in printer.

  • Page 165: Technical Notes And Index

    Technical Notes and Index Caring for the Product...F2 The Camera...F2 Batteries ...F5 Memory Cards ...F7 Cleaning and Storage...F8 Cleaning...F8 Storage ...F9 Troubleshooting...F10 Specifications...F17 Supported Standards... F21 Index ...F22...

  • Page 166: Technical Notes And Index

    Do Not Allow Damp to Enter Inside the Camera COOLPIX S30 is provided with JIS/IEC protection class 8 (IPX8) equivalent waterproofing. If water seeps inside the camera, however, this could cause the components to rust and result in a high repair charge or the camera may not be repairable.
  • Page 167 Maximum Depth COOLPIX S30 is designed to withstand water pressure up to a depth of 3 m (9.8 ft) for approximately 60 minutes. At greater depth, water could seep inside the camera, resulting in camera malfunction.
  • Page 168 • Images in the monitor may be difficult to see under bright lighting. • The monitor is lit by an LED backlight. Should the monitor begin to dim or flicker, contact your Nikon-authorized service representative. Notes About Smear White or colored streaks may be visible when bright subjects are framed in the monitor. This phenomenon, known as “smear,”...

  • Page 169: Batteries

    • Do not mix batteries with different amounts of charge remaining, or batteries of a different make or model. • When using EN-MH2 batteries with the COOLPIX S30, charge the batteries two at a time using Battery Charger MH-72. When using Battery Charger MH-73, charge the batteries two or four at a time.
  • Page 170 Notes About Rechargeable Ni-MH Batteries • If you repeatedly charge rechargeable Ni-MH batteries while they still have some charge remaining, the message Battery exhausted. may be displayed prematurely when using the batteries. This is due to the “memory effect,” in which the amount of charge the batteries can hold decreases temporarily.

  • Page 171: Memory Cards

    Memory Cards • Use only Secure Digital memory cards. Approved memory cards ➝ A 14 • Observe the precautions noted in the documentation included with your memory card. • Do not affix labels or stickers to the memory card. • Do not format the memory card using a computer. •...

  • Page 172: Cleaning And Storage

    Cleaning and Storage Cleaning Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals. When cleaning the lens, avoid touching it directly with your fingers. Remove dust or lint with a blower. To remove fingerprints, oil, or other grime that cannot be removed with a blower, wipe the lens with a soft, dry cloth or an eyeglass cleaning cloth, using Lens a gentle spiral motion that starts in the center and moves toward the edges.

  • Page 173: Storage

    Storage Remove the batteries if the camera will not be used for an extended period. To prevent mold or malfunction and to ensure long, trouble-free use of the camera, we recommend you insert the batteries and operate the camera approximately once a month. Do not store the camera with naphtha or camphor moth balls, or in any of the following locations: •...

  • Page 174: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. Power, Display, Settings Issues Problem Camera turns off without warning. Monitor is blank. Monitor is hard to read.
  • Page 175 Problem • If camera clock has not been set, “Date not set” Date and time of recording are not correct. • Check camera clock regularly against more Print date not available. Time and date has not been set. Date not imprinted on images even when Print The date cannot be imprinted on movies.
  • Page 176 Turn the camera off, remove and replace the battery, then turn the camera on again. In the event of continued malfunction, contact your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. Note that disconnecting the power source as described above may result in the loss of any data not saved to internal memory or the memory card at the time the problem occurred.
  • Page 177 Problem Smear occurs when extremely bright light strikes the Streaks of light or partial image sensor. When recording movies, avoiding discoloration are visible in bright objects, such as the sun, reflections of the sun, the monitor. and electric lights is recommended. Bright specks appear in Flash is reflecting off particles in air.
  • Page 178 Problem Images are too dark (underexposed). Images are too bright (overexposed). Saving images takes time. Playback Issues Problem File cannot be played back. Cannot zoom in on image. Cause/Solution • The flash mode is set to y Flash off. • Flash window is blocked. •...
  • Page 179 • Camera is not recognized by the computer. start when camera is • Confirm system requirements. connected. • Computer is not set to start Nikon Transfer 2 • Memory card contains no images. Replace the Images to be printed are not displayed.
  • Page 180 Problem Cannot select paper size with camera. Cause/Solution Paper size cannot be selected from the camera in the following situations, even when printing from a PictBridge-compatible printer. Use the printer to select paper size. • The printer does not support the paper sizes specified by the camera.

  • Page 181: Specifications

    Specifications Nikon COOLPIX S30 Digital Camera Type Compact digital camera Effective pixels 10.1 million Image sensor Lens 3× optical zoom, NIKKOR lens 4.1-12.3mm (angle of view equivalent to that of 29.1-87.3 mm lens Focal length in 35mm [135] format) f/-number f/3.3-5.9...
  • Page 182 Storage Media File system File formats Image mode (image types) ISO sensitivity (Standard output sensitivity) Exposure Metering Exposure control Shutter Speed Aperture Range Self-timer Built-in flash Range (approx.) (ISO sensitivity: Auto) Flash control Interface Data transfer protocol Video output Internal memory (approx. 47 MB), SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card DCF, Exif 2.3, and DPOF compliant Still pictures: JPEG Messages: WAV...

  • Page 183: Tripod Socket

    I/O terminal Audio/video (A/V) output; digital I/O (USB) Arabic, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hindi, Hungarian, Supported languages Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese (European and Brazilian), Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian, Vietnamese •...
  • Page 184 Specifications • Nikon will not be held liable for any errors this manual may contain. • The appearance of this product and its specifications are subject to change without notice. Cleared our testing conditions compliant with MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5-Shock...

  • Page 185: Supported Standards

    Supported Standards • DCF: Design Rule for Camera File System is a standard widely used in the digital camera industry to ensure compatibility among different makes of camera. • DPOF: Digital Print Order Format is an industry-wide standard that allows images to be printed from print orders saved on memory cards.

  • Page 186: Index

    Index Symbols A Auto mode... 18 c Playback mode... 25 l Setup menu... 80 c (shooting/playback mode) button... 3 .AVI... E51 .JPG... E51 .WAV... E51 Add a diorama effect ... 62, E2, E7 Add a fisheye effect ... 62, E2, E7 Add starbursts...

  • Page 187: Eyelets For Camera Strap

    DPOF print... E20 DSCN... E51 Electronic VR ... 80, E44 EN-MH1 ... F5 EN-MH2 ... 11, E53 Erase ... 63, E40 Erase recordings ... E39 Exchange messages... 63, E36 Exposure compensation... 34 Extension... E51 Eyelet for camera strap... 2 Face detection... 56 Favorites...

  • Page 188: Speaker

    Nickel-metal hydride rechargeable batteries ... 11 Nikon Transfer 2 ... 66, 68, 70 Number of exposures remaining... 18, 51 Optical zoom ... 21 Optional accessories ... E53 Panorama Maker 6... 68 Paper size ... E17, E18 Photo albums ... 63, E26 Photograph fireworks K ...
  • Page 189 Thumbnail display... 61 Tripod socket ... 3, F19 TV ... 65, E11 USB cable ... 64, 69, E15, E53 USB/audio/video output connector ... 3, 64, 69, E11, E13 Using skin softening... 58 Video mode... 80, E47 View... 63 ViewNX 2 ... 66, 68 Vividness...
  • Page 194 No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may be made without written authorization from NIKON CORPORATION. CT2A01(11) 6MNA4911-01 2012...

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